ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN - POWER
Program Outline
Major: ETNP
Length: 2 Years
Delivery: 4 Semesters, plus 2 work terms
Credential: Ontario College Diploma, Co-op
Effective: 2011-2012
Location: Barrie
Start: Fall
Description
The Electrical Engineering Technician - Power program curriculum incorporates theory applications and practical experience from the generation, distribution, and utilities industries. Concepts from the sciences and humanities are emphasized to ensure that the graduate is provided with current technical knowledge, skills, and practice.
Career Opportunities
There has never been a better time to enter the field of electrical technologies. For Ontario's industries to survive in today's global market economy, they must be able to draw on a pool of technically competent engineers, technologists, technicians, and skilled trades people. The number of jobs in the Electrical Technician - Power field has been growing steadily. As a result, graduates have options in a broad range of employment settings in businesses and industries using electrical engineering, in both large and small organizations.
Program Learning Outcomes
The graduate has reliably demonstrated the ability to:
- communicate information effectively and accurately by analyzing, translating, and producing electrical drawings and other related documents and graphics;
- apply the principles of mathematics and science to analyze and solve routine technical problems related to electrical power technology as found in the power generation, distribution, and utilities industries;
- use, calibrate, and maintain instrumentation and test equipment relating to the power utility industry;
- follow established procedures to verify acceptable function of, and use a variety of troubleshooting techniques to identify problems with, electrical circuits, equipment, and systems normally found in the power generation, distribution, and utilities industries;
- assemble and commission electrical circuits and equipment that fulfill the job requirements and specifications relating to the power generation and distribution industries;
- commission and troubleshoot rotating electrical machines;
- select and apply electrical cabling requirements and verify system grounding in the electrical power industry for a variety of applications;
- contribute to the design of electrical circuits, equipment, components, and systems in the power generation, distribution, and utilities industries;
- analyze and troubleshoot electrical circuits and electronic circuits in the power industry;
- analyze and troubleshoot a variety of control systems relating to the power generation, distribution, and utilities industries;
- use computers to support the electrical environment;
- assist in conducting quality control and quality assurance procedures in the distribution network in the power industry;
- prepare and maintain records and documentation systems;
- apply principles of networking, microprocessor systems, instrumentation, telecommunications, and other related technologies to reach completion of electrical engineering tasks in the power generation, distribution, and utilities industries;
- apply knowledge of appropriate safety procedures and standard shop practices to electrical engineering workplaces related to the power industry;
- apply engineering principles relating to electrical power generation, transmission, distribution, and control;
- analyze grid systems using per unit analysis and scalar and vector modeling encompassing paralleling effects of power generators and transformers;
- perform tasks in accordance with relevant law, policies, procedures, standards, regulations, and ethical principles.
Practical Experience
Co-operative Education is a mandatory component of all Co-op programs at Georgian College. It has been designed as a process by which students integrate their academic education with paid work experience related to their program of study. This integration affects much more than simply earning a salary: it includes the adjustment to the work environment and the development of professionalism. It also reinforces skills and theory learned during academic semesters, develops professional contacts, job knowledge and career path, improves human relations and communication skills, and promotes personal maturity and financial independence.
Students are requested to register, attend and participate in their scheduled co-operative education classes. These classes are scheduled for all first year students and are expected to be completed in order to proceed successfully to their first co-op work experience. To ensure students are eligible to proceed onto any co-op work experience students should refer to Promotional Status and Eligibility for Co-op as outlined in the College Calendar. Co-op policies and procedures can be located on our website: www.georgianc.on.ca/careers/for-students/
Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for the program specific graduate profile and curriculum as set out by the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities.
Program Progression
Sem 1 - Fall 2011
Sem 2 - Winter 2012
Work Term 1 - Summer 2012
Sem 3 - Fall 2012
Work Term 2 - Winter 2013
Sem 4 - Summer 2013
Admission Requirements
Applicants following the OSS curriculum must have an Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD - 30 credits) or equivalent. OSS applicants must also have Grade 12 English (C) or (U) (ENG 4C, ENG 4U), any Grade 12 College Mathematics (MAP4C or MCT 4C), or any Grade 12 University Mathematics. Recommended subjects include: Any Grade 11 (C) or (U/C) and/or any Grade 12 (C) or (U/C) Physics.
Applicants who are 19 years of age or over by the first day of classes, and who lack the academic entrance qualifications, may be considered for entrance to an appropriate post-secondary diploma or certificate program as mature applicants. Each applicant will be considered on an individual basis and acceptance will be determined by counselling, Communication Placement Assessment (CPA), previous post-secondary education and evaluation of experience. Some programs also have specific prerequisite requirements that must be met prior to admission. Mature applicants must meet all program specific prerequisites. Those applying as mature students and having no documentation of Grade 12 education must supply, if required, proof of age, such as a copy of an official birth certificate or driver's licence. Refer to Sections 2.5 and 2.6 of the Academic Calendar for further details.
Graduation Requirements
19 Mandatory Courses
2 Communication Courses
3 General Education Courses
2 Co-op Work Terms
Graduation Eligibility
To graduate from this program, the passing weighted average for promotion through each semester from year to year and to graduate is 60%. Additionally, a student must attain a minimum of 50% or a letter grade of P (Pass) or S (Satisfactory) in each course in each semester.
Mandatory
DRFT1003 Introduction to Technical Drafting
ELEC1000 CAD-Electrical Circuits
ELEC1001 AC Circuit Fundamentals
ELEC1002 Electrical System and Control
ELEC2005 Electrical Machines
ELEC2006 Power Transmission and Distribution
ELEC2007 CAD Electrical Layouts
ELEC2008 Programmable Logic Controller
ELEC2010 Progressive Electrical Maintenance
ELEC2011 Power Transmission and Distribution 2
ELEC2014 Hydro Codes and Standards
ELEN1000 DC Circuit Fundamentals
ELEN2000 Electronic Fundamentals
ENVR1003 Environmental Health and Safety
GEOG2000 Geographic Information Systems
MATH1006 Mathematics for Technology
MGMT2002 Project Management
OFAD1008 Word Processing & Data Base Applications
PHYS1001 Physical Sciences
The descriptions that follow provide brief outlines of the courses. Please note that some courses have prerequisite and/or corequisite requirements not shown here, that need to be met in order to enroll in the course. You will be advised of any requisite requirements during the registration process, or you can contact the academic area for further details.
Communications
COMM1001 Communications at Work
Plus one addition communications to be selected from College list
(Note: this is in addition to any mandatory communications listed for the program)
General Education Courses
To be selected from College list
Co-op
COOP1022 Electrical Technology, Work Term 1
COOP2017 Electrical Technology, Work Term 2
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
COMM1001 Communications at Work 42.0 Hours
Students develop their communication skills for the workplace. Using available technology, they research, write, and edit work-related correspondence and short reports, individually and collaboratively. With audio-visual support, they prepare and deliver professional presentations that have vocational emphasis. In addition, students complete other communication tasks specific to their vocational areas.
COOP1022 Electrical Technician - Power, Work Term 1 560 Hours
Co-operative Education will provide students with the skills to conduct a college-directed and self-directed job search in their chosen field of study. Students will obtain a co-op work experience with an employer for a period of 14 weeks. All students are responsible for submitting a work term report indicating achievement of specific learning outcomes during their first co-op work term. Georgian College follows the Co-operative Education guidelines set out by the Canadian Association for Co-operative Education (CAFCE) and Education at Work Ontario (EWO) by supporting the learning outcomes designed for each program.
COOP2017 Electrical Technician - Power, Work Term 2 560 Hours
Co-operative Education will allow students to gain new and /or enhanced technical work experience. As students begin to recognize their chosen academic strengths and career direction, they will be better prepared to choose their academic courses and professional options. All students are responsible for submitting a work term report and employer evaluation form following this work term.
DRFT1003 Introduction to Technical Drafting 42.0 Hours
This course introduces the student to reading and understanding engineering drawings and the use of the computer as a drafting tool. Emphasis is placed on creating accurate and clear drawings. Standards and conventions are presented and their applications are shown using CAD.
ELEC1000 CAD-Electrical Circuits 42.0 Hours
This course stresses the development of a reasonable skill in preparing and interpreting basic electrical engineering drawings. The student produces neat and accurate drawings of single line, schematic, connection, and inter-connection diagrams. Emphasis is on industrial power and control applications. Computer Aided Drafting methods are used to prepare the drawings.
ELEC1001 AC Circuit Fundamentals 56.0 Hours
The student studies single and three phase power systems with various resistive and reactive loads; the relationship between real, apparent and reactive power, including the use of power, phasor, and impedance diagrams; methods of measuring power; and calculations power factor.
ELEC1002 Electrical System and Control 1 56.0 Hours
The principles of motor control and protection in both AC and DC circuits are developed for forward, reverse, and speed regulating applications using electromechanical devices. Control of special motors such as synchronous and wound rotor is analyzed. Standard motor control circuit diagrams and symbols receive detailed attention.
ELEC2005 Electrical Machines 56.0 Hours
This course examines the basic theory, characteristics, construction operation, and application of rotating electrical machines. It includes the study of direct current motors, direct current generators, alternators, synchronous motors, polyphase induction motors, and single phase motors.
ELEC2006 Power Transmission and Distribution 42.0 Hours
This course is an introduction to power systems. The basic engineering principles of how electrical power is generated, transmitted, distributed, and controlled are developed through examination of transformer design, power transmission equipment, and the electrical code.
ELEC2007 CAD Electrical Layouts 42.0 Hours
This course stresses continued development in the skills of preparing and interpreting electrical drawings, with emphasis placed on electrical layout and installation drawings such as electrical panel and equipment layouts, cable schedules, conduit installation drawings, and printed circuit design. Drawings are prepared on AutoCAD. Specific customization of AutoCAD as it relates to electrical drawings is also covered.
ELEC2008 Programmable Logic Controller 42.0 Hours
This course develops the functional design, hardware configuration, programming, and application of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC). The design and programming of control circuits using examples from industrial applications are emphasized. The application of PLC's in process automation is examined. An overview of functional hardware design is included. The equipment used is small and medium sized PLC's with both digital and analog capabilities.
ELEC2010 Progressive Electrical Maintenance 42.0 Hours
The course is designed to introduce the student to manage the maintenance function, identify safe working habits, interpret all necessary information from various manuals and electrical plans, set up maintenance schemes, lubrication, training, tooling, testing, and repairing, and costing on various types of plant equipment.
ELEC2011 Power Transmission and Distribution 2 42.0 Hours
Power Transmission 2 is an advanced Power Distribution course that entails per unit calculating on a grid system analysis. Scalor and vector modeling encompasses paralleling effects of generator and transformers. Power factor correction and energy management techniques are studied within the course. In the lab component, students gain the practical experience needed to work in an industrial environment and/or power utilities (generation, transmission, distribution).
ELEC2014 Hydro Codes and Standards 56.0 Hours
This course is designed to introduce the student to the structure and content of the Ontario Electrical Code. Students use design practice and principles applied to distribution and transmission standards as used by utilities in Ontario.
Job analysis and design, planning, equipment selection, and government and legal challenges are covered as applied to new upgraded electrical infrastructure.
ELEN1000 DC Circuit Fundamentals 56.0 Hours
This course introduces the student to the fundamental concepts of direct current electricity using power related applications where possible. Topics include series and parallel DC circuits, magnetism, inductance, capacitance, and DC metering applications as well as an introduction to network analysis.
ELEN2000 Electronic Fundamentals 56.0 Hours
The course develops the theory and principles of electronic devices and circuits. Special attention is devoted to topics related to power switching and control. Laboratory experiments reinforce lecture theory and provide the student with experience in the use of test instruments and procedures.
ENVR1003 Environmental Health and Safety 42.0 Hours
This course provides students with an overview of current legislation and standards pertaining to hazardous materials handling and occupational health and safety. Hazardous materials management, WHMIS, confined space entry, environmental monitoring devices, protective equipment, and emergency response systems are examined. Students study ergonomic design as it pertains to the work environment.
GEOG2000 Geographic Information Systems 42.0 Hours
This course provides an introduction to the topic of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). It familiarizes the student with the basics of the technology and provides an appreciation for the use of GIS in both business and government. Projects familiarize the student with the use of digital maps, various forms of data input, analysis, and the presentation of finished products.
MATH1006 Mathematics for Technology 42.0 Hours
This course provides a foundation in mathematics for students in engineering technology or engineering related programs. Mathematical techniques are applied to a range of technical and financial problems.
MGMT2002 Project Management 42.0 Hours
This course introduces the fundamental principles necessary for successful management of projects. Project planning, management, and control techniques are discussed and the application of computers in project management is studied.
OFAD1008 Word Processing and Data Base Applications 42.0 Hours
This course is designed for the development of word processing and database skills. Students use word processing software to create, enhance, and format documents. Using database software, students plan, create, update, and maintain database structures.
PHYS1001 Physical Sciences 42.0 Hours
This is a course designed to introduce students to the basic concepts of physics. It deals with topics which include wave motion, natural frequencies, and sound; heat, thermal expansion, temperature, and heat transfer; and electromagnetic waves, light optics, electricity, and magnetism. These concepts are developed by considering practical and related examples. Laboratory experiments may be used to illustrate and investigate the principles involved.
Adults with significant life and work experience may receive credits toward a college certificate or diploma program through an assessment process.
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Last Update: March 08, 2012.